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Afghanistan under Taliban: power without a state
Taliban's ideological control stifles policy innovation, leaving Afghanistan in a fragile, reactive state
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International trends — extending the argument
Climate change, AI, geopolitical shifts drive a world in flux, where societies, economies, warfare, no longer binary
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Why CSS candidates fail the exam
CSS success isn't about cramming; it’s about thinking critically, writing coherently
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Karachi's plight and double-deckers
The city is not designed for ill-planned public transport, needs a different approach to civic infrastructure
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Navigating 2026
Pakistan's growth optimistically projected at 3.2% for current fiscal year, structural deficits highlighted by IMF
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Pakistan lights up New Year 2026 with fireworks and folk music
Five individuals were injured in separate incidents of aerial firing in Karachi
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Govt rings in New Year with Rs10.28 per litre petrol cut
Price of high-speed diesel also slashed by Rs8.57 per litre
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World toasts end of 2025 amid Trump tariffs, Gaza truce
Sydney, Bangkok, and Tokyo lead global celebrations as the world says goodbye to a record-hot year
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Rawalpindi police tighten security for New Year celebrations
Over 5,000 cops deployed to curb fireworks, aerial firing and one-wheeling
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PM Shehbaz stresses dialogue, diplomacy for regional peace in call with Saudi crown prince
MBS expresses intention to visit Pakistan in the coming year
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Karachi bans pillion riding, limits fireworks on New Year’s Eve
Rangers spokesperson says display of weapons, aerial firing strictly prohibited for New Year's celebrations
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Amorim still 'really confident' about Man Utd potential
Manager says the Red Devils will click once the squad is fit again
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FO voices concern over Yemen violence, opposes unilateral actions
Calls for efforts to establish lasting peace and stability in the war-torn country
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Senegal top AFCON group
DR Congo to face Algeria in last 16
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Pakistan women completes active year
Sadia Iqbal enjoyed a historic year with the ball
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Rashid to lead Afghanistan in T20 World Cup
Mujeeb Ur Rahman returned for the marquee tournament
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Head hopes for post-series drinks
Both teams routinely meet for drinks at the end of Ashes
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'Sincaraz' set to dominate as 2026 kicks off
Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner are set for more world domination in 2026
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Brazil legend Roberto Carlos undergoes emergency heart surgery
He visited the hospital for a routine medical check-up
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Pakistan stuck in transition in 2025
Youth prosper throughout the year bagging major trophies
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Traffic plan issued for New Year's Eve in Karachi
The public is advised to choose alternative routes to avoid delays, inconvenience
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CDF lauds Balochistan’s patriotism, vows to thwart Indian-sponsored proxies’ inimical designs
Stresses need to reject vested political agendas to ensure inclusive growth and long-term prosperity in the province
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Trading at PSX turns choppy as investors lock in gains
KSE-100 index loses 418.47 points, settles at 174,054.32
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When Karachi watched films together
Back when a ticket cost less than a meal
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Bangladesh mourns Khaleda Zia in state funeral as nation pays final tribute
Former prime minister and first woman leader dies at 80
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Indian FM meets Pakistan NA speaker on sidelines of Khaleda Zia funeral
Rare India-Pakistan interaction comes months after May conflict and stalled ties
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Cold Siberian winds to follow Karachi’s first winter rain, PMD says
Temperatures may drop to single digits from Jan 4-5 as rain system moves out of the city
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NADRA launches facial recognition system to ease biometric verification
New method to help elderly, medically affected citizens as centres begin issuing certificates from Jan 20
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Snowfall turns Balochistan into winter wonderland ahead of New Year
Snow blankets Ziarat, Chaman and Kalat as temperatures drop to minus 2°C, rain disrupts traffic and power in Quetta
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One traffic death every 10 hours: Karachi's deadly year in numbers
Chhipa Foundation's report highlights fatal car crashes, violent shootings, people drowning in drains and more
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Double-decker buses return to Karachi after decades, trial service begins
Sindh govt launches trial from Malir to Saddar routes, vows citywide expansion and better transport in 2026
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Israel warns suspending aid for organizations operating in Gaza
Says several NGOs in Gaza face suspension for failing to disclose staff information
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Smog chokes Punjab as millions fall ill in 2025
Poor air hits over 20 million people, exposes gaps in long-term pollution control
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WASA plans first recharge well
Underground storage tank to be built on Susan Road green belt
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Punjab govt consults religious bodies on seminaries registration
Stipends for mosque imams to begin from January, officials tell scholars
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Film on war’s effect on kids moves audience
Arts Council hosts Japanese movie screening
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Judicial accounts, deposits, inventory systems digitised in Punjab
LHC chief justice says initiative will boost transparency
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Punjab Assembly seeks inquiry into entry of unidentified individuals
Treasury members condemn mistreatment of journalists
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Australian cricket great Damien Martyn 'in induced coma'
The 54-year-old was admitted to hospital on Boxing Day with meningitis
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Tanzania hold Tunisia to end 45-year wait for AFCON knockout spot
They have been trying since 1980 to advance beyond the group stage
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Arteta eyes title after Arsenal thrash Villa
Gunners move five points clear at the top of the table
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Caballero defends Maresca after Palmer substitution sparks jeers
The Italian faced heavy criticism during the Blues’ 2-2 draw with Bournemouth
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Tribunal bins challenge to Nawaz's electoral win
Dismisses plea filed by PTI's Yasmin Rashid against NA-130 results
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PM Shehbaz meets UAE president in RYK
The two leaders discussed ways to enhance cooperation in areas of IT, energy, mining minerals, defence cooperation.
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Govt approves 38 bullet-proof vehicles for Balochistan schoolchildren
Cabinet approves Rs2.1 billion supplementary budget after reviewing summary submitted by Defence Division
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Is PTI borrowing from Maryam's playbook?
'Power talks to power. The moment you show weakness, your enemy will hit you hard'
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Supreme Court refers PTI memo on Imran Khan jail access to 'executive authorities'
Says visitation concerns fall under executive domain, issues SOPs for future grievances
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Daesh-linked Afghan mastermind of Islamabad imambargah attack in custody: Mohsin Naqvi
Says Daesh planned entire attack in Afghanistan, and four facilitators were arrested in raids in Peshawar and Nowshera
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New committee being set up to probe missing persons issue, says law minister
Azam Nazeer Rarar says missing persons figure reduced but remains concern
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SC fixes 13 petitions involving Imran, Bushra Bibi for Monday hearing
Two-judge bench to hear petitions at 9am as notices issued to all parties, lawyers
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'Pakistan resolute against terrorism': FM Dar thanks outpouring of global support after Islamabad blast
UN denounces terrorist attack against imambargah
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Tarar vows crackdown after Tarlai imambargah blast, cites Afghan links
Information minister says terrorists targeted soft spots after hard targets secured
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Pakistan showcases commitment to minority rights, interfaith dialogue in Washington
Delegation also conducts meetings at US State Department and with a range of international stakeholders
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Met Office predicts strengthening south-west winds in Karachi
City residents experience dry weather during day and cooler conditions at night
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Four facilitators, Daesh mastermind held in Islamabad imambargah suicide attack
Sources say attack planned in Afghanistan; bomber used 4–6kg explosives
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Imaan Mazari, husband challenge conviction in social media posts case
Appeal filed in IHC seeks suspension of 17-year sentences, bail
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ATC rejects Imran Khan's plea for checkup by personal physicians
Court says proper medical treatment ongoing per jail rules as PTI demands access to personal doctors
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Funeral prayers held in Islamabad for victims of Tarlai imambargah terrorist attack
At least 32 killed in deadliest attack in capital in over a decade
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House heist crew arrested
Woman among three held with gold, silver diamond jewellery, cash, weapons
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SUPARCO shortlists two astronauts for China space station mission
One Pakistani to fly in late 2026 after training under Pakistan-China agreement
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IHC suspends arrest of ex-ISI chief’s brother in alleged land fraud case
High court halts lower court proceedings after bail cancellation challenged
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South Korea’s Bithumb accidentally gives away $40bn in Bitcoin, triggers selloff
Bitcoin prices briefly slump 17% to 81.1 million won on Friday evening on Bithumb
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Gold, silver prices rebound after one-day pause
Price per 10 grams rises by Rs10,030 in Pakistan
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Inflation reverses course ahead of Ramazan
SPI rises 0.09% in a week as tomato, onion and fuel prices jump
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SBP rules out bold rate cuts
Governor sees stability for two years, says data-driven policy to continue
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Pakistan meets 3 out of 5 IMF goals
Next $1b loan tranche depends on achieving all conditions; tax targets missed
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US earmarks $1.3b for Reko Diq mining project
Mineral reserves extraction requires total investment of $3.2 billion
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Foreign experts to join AI council
Delay in council notification persists despite cabinet approval of AI policy
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Stellantis plunges on $27b bill for EV pullback
Milan-listed shares slumped 30% to their lowest
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SBP reserves up $56m to $16.16b
Gold prices fall by Rs21,400/tola on global dip; rupee inches up
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NEPRA to hear proposal on revised tariff structure
Govt moves to recover fixed costs without raising subsidy outlay; hearing set for Feb 10
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PSX tumbles 3,700 points on security shocks
KSE-100 index slides below 185k as Islamabad blast triggers market rout
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Big Tech's $600b AI push fuels investor unease
Investors assess implications for profitability, existential threat to software firms
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PSX crashes nearly 3,700 points on security jitters
Reko Diq review, Islamabad blast trigger panic selling; KSE-100 Index closes at 184,130 points
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Pakistan takes over digital body presidency
Will create new opportunities for global cooperation in advanced technology
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PSO's Rs30b receivables remain stuck at PIA
Oil marketing firm asks for handing over airline's Islamabad plot to settle dues
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WHO says one person dead from Nipah virus in Bangladesh
35 people who had contact with the patient are being monitored and have tested negative for the virus
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China launches reusable experimental spacecraft into orbit
This marks the 4th launch of a reusable rocket since 2020
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US body urges action as violence against religious minorities rises in India
Commission points to mob attacks, home demolitions, arrests linked to conversion allegations
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Russia launches large missile, drone strike against Ukrainian energy system
Zelenskiy says that overnight attack involved 400 drones, 40 missiles of varying kinds
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US plans meeting for Gaza 'Board of Peace' in Washington on Feb 19, Axios reports
The talks will follow Netanyahu’s White House visit, could shape Gaza’s post-war governance
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Trump says US, Iran held ‘very good talks’ in Oman, warns of steep consequences without deal
Indirect negotiations focused on Iran’s nuclear programme as Washington announces fresh sanctions
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Iberian storm crisis intensifies
Over 7,000 people have been forced to leave their homes in the southern Andalusia region
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Bangladesh JI leader seeks power
Rahman, a 67-year-old doctor and preacher, hopes his 11-party alliance could deliver him victory
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Some UAE companies pull out of Saudi defence show as Gulf rift spills into business
World Defence Show is set to take place in the Saudi capital Riyadh from February 8-12
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White House deletes racist Trump post depicting Obamas as apes
Trump shared a video promoting false 2020 fraud claims, featuring an AI-generated clip mocking the Obamas
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US announces new sanctions targeting Iran’s oil exports after Oman talks
US to block transactions with 14 vessels over Iranian oil, sanctioning 15 entities and two individuals
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Iran says talks with US in Oman were 'good start'
FM Araqhchi says officials from both sides will return home for consultations; 'wall of mistrust' should be overcome
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Canada, France deepen Arctic ties with Greenland consulates
Move comes as Trump revives bid for Greenland, reigniting concerns over Arctic sovereignty and security
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Hasina’s absence alters Gopalganj’s political landscape ahead of February 12 Polls
Without Awami League’s "boat" symbol, Gopalganj’s election landscape shifts, with rival parties gaining ground
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Famine spreading in Darfur
Conflict between RSF and Sudan army rages on, killing, displacing tens of thousands
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Faheem Ashraf's blistering knock takes Pakistan over the line in T20 World Cup opener
Faheem Ashraf unbeaten on 29 from 11, hitting two fours and three sixes
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Alexandrova rallies to advance to Abu Dhabi finals
She defeated Baptiste 3-6, 7-6 (5), 6-3
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Man City confront Anfield hoodoo
Arsenal are already enjoying a six-point lead at the top of the table
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Leeds boost survival bid with win over relegation rivals Forest
Jayden Bogle and Noah Okafor scored in 3-1 victory
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Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics open with dazzling ceremony
The extravaganza reflected the most geographically widespread Olympics in history
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Suryavanshi smashes 175 as India win Under-19 World Cup final
They thumped England by 100 runs
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Salman defends 'X factor' Tariq's action
Pakistan will face Netherlands in the tournament opener
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Suryavanshi smashes record in U19 World Cup final
He smashed 175 off just 80 balls
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There will be nerves at home: Yadav
They will start their campaign against the United States
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Dortmund dare to dream as Bayern falter
They cut the defending champions lead by five points
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Inter eyeing chance to put pressure on title rivals Milan
They are eyeing to stretch lead to eight points
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Real Madrid seeking consistency over magic
They will face Valencia in La Liga on Sunday
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Carrick relishing Frank reunion
Spurs are 14th in the table after a miserable EPL season
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Guardiola lauds 'world's best Haaland
The striker has scored just twice in his last 12 appearances
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Spin woes, injury and poor form dog Australia
Hazlewood is the latest member of the squad to miss the tournament






































































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